Denver weather in December (Colorado, United States of America)
Is December a good time to explore Denver weather-wise? Find out what kind of weather to expect during this month.
Temperatures
During December, Denver usually has low temperatures and low snow/rainfall. Enjoy the winter season during this month. In the daytime, temperatures tend to hover near 6°C, cooling down at night to around -8°C. Expect chilly temperatures this month, as it is typically the coldest of the year. Pack accordingly with warm clothes.
Precipitation
Denver in December usually receives low snow/rainfall, averaging around 23 mm for the month. You can typically expect 7 days days of snow/rain this month, based on climate records.Average sunshine
The city usually sees around 195 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Denver. May, June and September typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Denver climate page with graphs.
Denver, monthly averages in December
Min Temperature
-8°C
Max Temperature
6°C
Chance of Rain
22%
Precipitation
23 mm
Rainy days
7 days
Humidity
56%
Windspeed
14 km/h
Sunshine
195 hours
Percentage Sunshine
67%
Where to go in the United States of America in December
Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.
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So, what should you wear in this month?
Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature. Also, consider bringing a rain jacket as there might be some rain.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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